White, not Hispanic population
% of total population that is White, not Hispanic, by region
Note: Refer to the methodology for definitions and further details.
Source: Pew Research Center analysis of 1970, 1980, 1990 and 2000 decennial census, and 2010, 2019 and 2024 American Community Survey (IPUMS).
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White, not Hispanic population
% of total population that is White, not Hispanic, by region
| Year | Northeast | Midwest | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 | 87% | 90% | 76% | 80% |
| 1980 | 83% | 88% | 74% | 74% |
| 1990 | 80% | 86% | 72% | 67% |
| 2000 | 73% | 81% | 66% | 58% |
| 2010 | 69% | 78% | 60% | 53% |
| 2019 | 65% | 75% | 56% | 50% |
| 2024 | 61% | 72% | 52% | 46% |
Note: Refer to the methodology for definitions and further details.
Source: Pew Research Center analysis of 1970, 1980, 1990 and 2000 decennial census, and 2010, 2019 and 2024 American Community Survey (IPUMS).
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